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Ruth Neely Obituary

Ruth Furlong Neely, a resident of Covington, La, died December 5 at East Jefferson General Hospital. She was 82 years old. Daughter of the late John B. Furlong and Gertrude C. Furlong, born in New Orleans, raised in Charleston, S.C. Preceded in death by her husband Thomas W. Neely, Jr., brother John B. Furlong, and grandson Joseph Waguespack. She is survived by her children, Jill N. Waguespack (Pierre), Shawn E. Neely (Ghant), Thomas W. Neely III (Christine), grandchildren Luke T. Waguespack, Pierre J. Waguespack, Sarah L. Waguespack, Benjamin T. Neely and William T. Neely. Also survived by sisters, Marjorie F. Francipane, Patricia F. Groves and Leilia F. Smith. A devoted mother, grandmother and friend. She will be remembered for her love of family, animals and gardening. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until service time. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your favorite charity. To view and sign the guest book, visit www.lakelawnmetairie .com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Dec. 7 to Dec. 11, 2013.

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December 24, 2013

Merry Christmas, I love you.

Marjorie Del Favero

December 14, 2013

Precious Ruth, my dear friend and neighbor.
She will be missed so much, and knowing she is not here, saddens me. She was a kind,generous,loving person. She loved me and my grandchild with open arms that meant so much to me. And, I loved her dearly. Our friendship ended too soon. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to her dear family.

December 11, 2013

I am so sorry, my heart goes out to each and everyone of you all. She was a dear friend and neighbor, loved her very much!

Linda Scallan

December 10, 2013

I am sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Ruth at the law firm and considered Ruth a good friend. Every time I hear someone say "Oh, dear," I always think of Ruth.

Celeste & Harvey Schindler

December 9, 2013

Ms. Ruth was a sweet lady and wonderful neighbor. We were sorry to have her leave Melrose Lane. Praying for you all.

Sharon Butzman

December 8, 2013

So sorry to read about Miss Ruth, always had a big smile for everyone.She will be missed at COPD rehab.

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